2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Bristol Fighter. (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2004 Bristol Fighter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Bristol | Lexus |
| Model | Fighter | LFA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 73 L |
